Call for Entries!

The Silver Eye Center for Photography in Pittsburgh announces a call for entries for Fellowship 12, our international photography competition. Now in its 12th year, this juried competition identifies and recognizes both rising talent and established photographers from all corners of the globe and from the state of Pennsylvania.

In 2012, the first prize International Award is $3,000 and a solo exhibition at Silver Eye Center for Photography. The $1,000 Keystone Award is open to any eligible photographer currently living and/or working in the state of Pennsylvania. The jurors will also select up to five artists for Commendation Awards.

AWARDS

One (1) International Award Winner receives a solo exhibition at Silver Eye opening in mid-May 2012; $3,000 for exhibition-related expenses; an online gallery on Silver Eye’s website (with link to artist website); and extensive media outreach and promotion. One (1) Keystone Award Winner receives a spotlight exhibition at Silver Eye; $1,000 for exhibition-related expenses; an online gallery on Silver Eye’s website (with link to artist website); and media outreach and promotion. Up to Five (5) Jurors’ Commendation Winners will be named on Silver Eye’s website and press releases.

ELIGIBILITY

All U.S. and international amateur and professional photographers, ages 18 and older, may apply. Silver Eye staff and their relatives, Board members, current interns, and past Fellowship winners are not eligible to apply.

Pennsylvania artists are eligible for consideration for all awards.

JURORS

FEES

$65 fee for Non-Silver Eye Members. $15 fee for current Silver Eye Members at the $70 level and above, with membership valid through January 31, 2012.

WHAT TO ENTER

Eight images from a cohesive, exhibition-ready body of work created within the past three years. Or, if an ongoing project, the portfolio must include imagery created within the past three years. A one-page artist statement and CV in PDF format.